Our Legacy
In 1907, W.A. “Pop” Pullum, a 15-time British Champion with over 50 gold medals and nearly 200 British and World Records, founded Pullum Sports in Camberwell, London. His vision was to serve the lifters of his era, and that same spirit continues to drive us forward today.
The business grew steadily over the next 20 years until it took over the four-storey building where it had started life in the basement. Many British champions were trained at the club, including Julian Creus, Jim Halliday, and Mel Barnett, who were very popular in the 40s and 50s. In 1948, Wally Pullum joined his uncle, W.A. Pullum, and learned the business. He went on to open his weightlifting club in 1949 in the shed at the bottom of the garden.
Over the years, Wally trained hundreds of people, achieving many successes in bodybuilding, general weight training, weightlifting, and powerlifting. Using this background, Wally branched out into equipment manufacture and, with the expertise of Chris Gladding, started selling custom-made gym equipment in the 1980s.
Who We Are Today
Several moves occurred, but in 2003 the retail and manufacturing side moved into a unit in Luton Enterprise Park. In 2005, Wally retired, but Pullum's continues to run with the same expertise and commitment from their Leighton Buzzard site.
Over a century later, Pullum Sports has transformed from a local shop to a leading UK name in strength equipment and custom facility design. We remain proudly independent and dedicated to upholding British craftsmanship;
We hand-build every piece of Pullum equipment in the UK, ensuring exceptional quality and attention to detail. By operating our own manufacturing facility, we maintain complete control over design, build quality, and customisation.
We're a trusted strength partner for powerlifters, Olympic weightlifters, bodybuilders, and elite institutions.
What We Do
Whether you're setting up an elite training centre or your own lifting space, we offer custom gym design, UK-made strength equipment, and all the key training gear required to help you achieve your goals.
Our Core Offering
- Full-facility design & install
- Pullum kit: racks, benches, platforms, machines, and accessories
- Gear from renowned brands like Eleiko, ATX Fitness, Ivanko, Adidas, Ironmind, and Titan Support Systems
- Global shipping
We boast the UK's widest range of training accessories, including lifting shoes, gym chalk, and resistance bands for both individuals and institutions.
Who We Work With
Pullum Sports has had the privilege of equipping:
- Universities and colleges across the UK
- Elite sports teams
- Men’s Rugby World Cup training venues
- Oxford University Boat Club
- Individual strength athletes and lifters from around the world
We're proud to serve those who need durability, customisation, and years of lifting expertise in every weld.
Why Pullum?
- Built in the UK, not mass-produced machines
- Designed for lifters
- Fully bespoke facility design, from concept to installation, tailored to your requirements
- Over a century of heritage, still family-rooted and quality obsessed
Pullum has always represented strength, from the strongmen of the early 1900s to today's powerlifters, athletes, and coaches.
Our industry knowledge and experience result in robust, safe, and easy-to-use equipment. We can modify any kit to better suit your specific needs or space. With us, custom does not mean expensive, but it means you get exactly what you want.
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Discover how our bespoke training facilities, equipped with world-class equipment, can help you. Speak with one of our custom gym experts today.
Pullum Sports (Company Reg 5535453)